Myths, Games, & Meaning

Meeting at the Crossroads of Myth and Meaning

Hosted by Dr Dani Shalet, the show explores how myth still lives and evolves through modern storytelling, especially in video games.

Each episode brings together different voices to explore myth, past and present. We talk about performance, character, identity, and the emotional weight these stories carry, and how myth reflects the concerns and politics of its time, while also helping us navigate grief, joy, and every emotion in between.

Join us in conversations with creatives, academics, and fans as we explore myth across cultures and time, from the ancient world to modern games and other forms of popular media. Together, we examine the immersive power of myth and how these stories are retold, performed, and lived by contemporary audiences.

At its core, the podcast looks at how myth is reimagined for modern audiences, and why it still matters in how we understand ourselves and the world around us.